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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: "A Speech to the Graduates" through "Highfalutin".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Bruised," what word does Sedaris keep repeating as he tries to fend off Olivier's advances?
(a) Grandmother.
(b) Grown-up.
(c) Bruise.
(d) Unhappy.

2. What do Harrison and Austen prefer to spend their time doing?
(a) Watching TikTok and YouTube videos.
(b) Watching cartoons on television.
(c) Playing Nintendo Switch games.
(d) Scrolling through social media.

3. In "Hurricane Season," what amenity does Sedaris say is irritating for next-door-neighbors?
(a) A trampoline.
(b) A pool.
(c) A barbecue pit.
(d) A motor boat.

4. In "A Speech to the Graduates," what does Sedaris say might prevent today's young people from enjoying a period of independence and exploration?
(a) The job market.
(b) The housing crisis.
(c) Health care costs.
(d) Student debt.

5. In "Highfalutin," who are Lex and Germalina?
(a) They are rabbits owned by Amy Sedaris.
(b) They are characters in a play produced by the Talent Family.
(c) They are names Sedaris and his sister Amy used in a childhood game.
(d) They are nicknames that Sedaris and his siblings gave their parents.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Bruised," what aspect of his identity makes Sedaris afraid that people will not believe him if Olivier tells lies about his behavior?

2. In "A Speech to the Graduates," what is the purpose of the charity that Sedaris mentions working with?

3. Where does Sedaris see Olivier working when Oliver is about 20 years old?

4. In "Hurricane Season," what comment does Sedaris make about the names of hurricanes?

5. Who ends up cleaning most of Lou's blood up after the clock falls on him?

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